The PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course is a professional certification programme designed to develop the knowledge and practical skills required to audit an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OH&S MS) based on ISO 45001. The course provides a structured understanding of ISO 45001 requirements, audit principles and recognised auditing practices.
Delivered over five days, the programme covers the complete ISO 45001 auditing process, from understanding the fundamentals of occupational health and safety management systems to planning and initiating audits, conducting on-site audit activities, evaluating evidence, identifying findings and nonconformities, preparing audit reports and closing audits.
Learners also develop an understanding of how to manage an ISO 45001 audit programme and assess whether an organisation’s Occupational Health and Safety Management System meets applicable ISO 45001 requirements. The course supports a systematic, objective and evidence-based approach to management system auditing.
The PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course is suitable for auditors, managers, consultants, internal auditors and professionals involved in establishing, maintaining, monitoring or auditing Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
By completing the course and meeting the applicable PECB certification requirements, Learners can strengthen their professional auditing competence and develop skills relevant to ISO 45001 auditing, occupational health and safety management, compliance, risk management and continual improvement.
The PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course is suitable for professionals with an interest or background in occupational health and safety, auditing, management systems or related areas.
Minimum Age
- Learners can be admitted from 18 years or above.
Educational Background
- Secondary education or an equivalent qualification is recommended
Experience
- Experience in occupational health and safety, auditing or management systems is recommended.
Language
- Good working knowledge of English is recommended.
The PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course is structured as a 5-day programme, covering the complete Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OH&S MS) auditing process.
Mandatory Units
- Introduction to OH&S MS and ISO 45001
- Audit Principles and Preparation for Audit Initiation
- On-Site Audit Activities
- Closing of the Audit
- PECB Certification Examination
Skills You Will Gain
On successful completion of the PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, Learners should be able to:
- Develop advanced skills to audit Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OH&S MS) against ISO 45001 requirements.
- Understand and interpret the key requirements of ISO 45001 within different organisational environments.
- Apply recognised audit principles and methodologies when planning and conducting systematic OH&S audits.
- Prepare effective ISO 45001 audit plans, objectives, criteria, schedules and required resources.
- Conduct professional on-site audit activities, including interviews, observations, evidence gathering and process evaluation.
- Evaluate OH&S processes, controls, documented information and objective evidence against ISO 45001 requirements. Identify, analyse and document audit findings and nonconformities based on objective and verifiable evidence.
- Strengthen professional communication, interviewing and questioning skills when working with auditees and stakeholders.
- Prepare clear and accurate ISO 45001 audit reports containing audit findings, conclusions and relevant recommendations.
- Conduct effective audit closing meetings and support follow-up activities for corrective action and continual improvement.
- Develop the ability to manage an ISO 45001 audit programme and contribute to improved occupational health and safety performance.
The PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course is designed for professionals involved in occupational health and safety, management systems, auditing, compliance and organisational risk management. It is suitable for individuals who want to develop professional competence in planning, conducting and managing ISO 45001 audits.
Who Is This Course For
This course is particularly suitable for:
- OH&S Professionals – Strengthen expertise in Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
- ISO Auditors – Develop specialist skills for ISO 45001 management system auditing.
- Lead Auditors – Expand professional auditing knowledge and capabilities.
- Internal Auditors – Conduct effective internal OH&S management system audits.
- OH&S Managers – Evaluate and improve occupational health and safety management practices.
- Compliance Professionals – Assess conformity with ISO 45001 requirements and organisational controls.
- Risk Professionals – Strengthen skills in identifying and evaluating occupational health and safety risks.
- Management Consultants – Support organisations with ISO 45001 implementation and auditing activities.
- Quality Professionals – Expand management system auditing expertise into occupational health and safety.
- HSE Professionals – Develop structured auditing and compliance assessment capabilities.
- Career Professionals – Build specialist skills for ISO 45001 auditing and OH&S management roles.
Future Progression
Completing the PECB Certified ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course can support Learners in developing careers in OH&S auditing, occupational health and safety, compliance, risk management and management systems.
- ISO 45001 Lead Auditor – Lead and manage professional OH&S management system audits.
- OH&S Auditor – Assess organisational compliance with ISO 45001 requirements.
- OH&S Manager – Manage and improve Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.
- HSE Manager – Lead health, safety and environmental management activities.
- Internal Lead Auditor – Plan and conduct internal ISO 45001 audits and follow-up activities.
- ISO 45001 Consultant – Support organisations with OH&S management system implementation and improvement.
- Compliance Manager – Monitor OH&S compliance and management system requirements.
- Risk Manager – Identify, assess and manage occupational health and safety risks.
- Management Systems Auditor – Expand auditing expertise across different ISO management system standards.
- OH&S Compliance Specialist – Support organisations in maintaining effective safety management and continual improvement.
- Senior Audit Roles – Progress towards senior auditing, assurance, compliance and OH&S management responsibilities.
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